Masculine and Feminine in (Grammar and Morphology) According to Al-Taftazani (d. 792 AH) in his commentary (Hashiya) on Al-Kashshaf’s Interpretation

Abstract

Objectives: The research aims to shed light on the scholar Al-Taftazani, who explained the book Al-Kashshaf by Al-Zamakhshari to reveal its secrets and mysteries, and to spread its valuable treasures to those interested by placing his glosses on Al-Kashshaf. It also aims to present his biographical and scholarly background and to highlight the valuable scientific material contained in his glosses on the interpretation of Al-Kashshaf. The research followed an analytical approach based on mentioning Al-Zamakhshari's statement, followed by Al-Taftazani's statement, then clarifying his opinion in the light of the views of those who preceded and followed him, in addition to the opinions of modern scholars. The research reached several desired conclusions in this study, and the most notable can be summarized as follows: Al-Taftazani was not merely a transmitter of opinions or an imitator of those who preceded him among grammarians. Rather, he added much clarification and elaboration, attempting to explain the content in a simplified manner, avoiding difficulty, complexity, and rigidity. Al-Taftazani was influenced by Al-Zamakhshari, following him in most of the issues he addressed. However, he did not fully agree with everything Al-Zamakhshari said, as he had unique interpretations of certain matters, which the research pointed out in relevant sections. Al-Taftazani often relied on meaning to direct linguistic issues and to form his judgments on them.